Graduate Kogod Behavioral Lab Student Support (Student)

American University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

American University in Washington, DC is seeking a Graduate or PhD level student to serve as the Kogod Behavioral Lab Student Manager. You will support day-to-day operations, coordinate studies, and help ensure research projects run smoothly with precise execution.

In this part-time role (10 hours per week), you will assist with literature reviews, data collection and basic analysis, manage lab resources, and act as a point of contact among students, faculty, and external participants.

Qualifications

• Graduate or PhD level student eligibility.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with research methods, data collection, and basic analysis.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily lab operations, including scheduling studies and managing lab resources.
• Assist with ongoing behavioral studies, literature reviews, data collection and analysis.
• Organize and support academic events, workshops, and lab meetings.

Skills

Written & Verbal Communication

Research methods

Data analysis

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Graduate or PhD level student

Job description

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community

This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

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Department: Kogod School of Business

Time Type: Part time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Description

Summary

The Kogod Behavioral Lab Student acts as a Manager and supports the day-to-day operations and research activities of the behavioral lab. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and proactive student with a strong interest in behavioral research, lab management, and academic collaboration. The Student Manager plays a key role in ensuring studies run smoothly, participants are coordinated effectively, and research projects are executed with precision.

Essential Functions

• Lab Operations & Management Oversee daily lab operations, including scheduling studies and managing lab resources. Coordinate participant recruitment, communication, and tracking. Maintain lab systems, databases, and research tools. Ensure compliance with research protocols and ethical standards.
• Research Support Assist with ongoing behavioral studies. Conduct literature reviews and support study design and implementation. Help collect, organize, and analyze research data. Contribute to the preparation of research reports, presentations, and publications.
• Administrative & Event Coordination Organize and support academic events, workshops, and lab meetings. Assist with documentation, reporting, and general administrative tasks. Serve as a point of contact between students, faculty, and external participants.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Part-time. 10 hours per week.

Salary Range: $20.00 - $23.50 per hour.

Required Education and Experience

Graduate or PhD level Student. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to explain complex concepts clearly and professionally. Familiarity with research methods, data collection, and basic analysis. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Professional and interpersonal skills for working with diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Education and Experience

Previous research or lab experience preferred.

Other Details

This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Current American University Employees

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